Practice Profile: Skill-Building Interventions for Delinquent Behaviors of Youth

Evidence Rating for Outcomes

Crime & Delinquency | Recidivism

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This practice involves the use of skill-building interventions to prevent antisocial and delinquent behaviors in youth (ages 12 to 21) and to reduce juvenile recidivism. Skill-building interventions tend to be behavioral in approach or focus on instruction aimed at developing specific skills. The practice is rated Promising in reducing juvenile recidivism.

Date Created: July 17, 2024
Practice Snapshot

Age: 14 - 20

Gender: Male, Female

Race/Ethnicity: White, Black, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, Other

Setting (Delivery): Other Community Setting, Inpatient/Outpatient, Correctional

Practice Type: Cognitive Behavioral Treatment, Conflict Resolution/Interpersonal Skills, Family Therapy, Probation/Parole Services

Unit of Analysis: Persons